LaSorsa & Associates - Executive Protection - Training - Consulting - Investigations » resources https://www.lasorsa.com/category/resources/ Executive Protection, Consulting, Investigations, TSCM Bug Sweeps & Training 2026-01-21T20:55:55Z en-US hourly 1 Free Online Training Courses https://www.lasorsa.com/free-online-training-courses/ Thu, 04 Feb 2021 16:13:11 +0000 https://www.lasorsa.com/?p=5771 Here is a list of Free Online Training Courses I compiled for everyone to use, especially during downtime, for knowledge and resume building. Please let me know if any other the links no longer work and if you have any I should add.

]]> Here is a list of Free Online Training Courses I compiled for everyone to use, especially during downtime, for knowledge and resume building. Please let me know if any other the links no longer work and if you have any I should add.

LaSorsa and Associates:

COVID19 To-Do List: Things to Benefit Yourself During Down-Time
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CPP Study Materials:
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PI Blog
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EP Blog
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Top Posts
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Medical

Mountain Man Medical Trauma Training – Online (free)
https://www.mountainmanmedical.com/trauma-medicine-training/

FEMA: Until Help Arrives
https://community.fema.gov/until-help-arrives#wbt

FEMA ‘IS’ Series

IS-914: Surveillance Awareness: What You Can Do
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-914

IS-906: Workplace Security Awareness
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-906

IS-907: Active Shooter: What You Can Do
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-907

IS-235.C: Emergency Planning
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-235.c

IS-240.B: Leadership and Influence
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-240.b

IS-244.B: Developing and Managing Volunteers
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-244.b

IS-241.B: Decision Making and Problem Solving
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-241.b

IS-242.B: Effective Communication
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-242.b

IS-100.B: Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-100.b

IS-200.B: ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-200.b

IS-230.D: Fundamentals of Emergency Management
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-230.d

IS-546.A: Continuity of Operations Awareness Course
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-546.a

IS-1172: The Risk Management Process for Federal Facilities
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-1172

IS-2001: Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA)
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-2001

IS-395: FEMA Risk Assessment
https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-395

Excel and Adobe Training Videos

The Beginner’s Guide to Excel
https://youtu.be/rwbho0CgEAE

Intermediate Excel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxq_46nY43g

Advanced Excel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arJBUarj8u8

Adobe Acrobat DC for new users
https://helpx.adobe.com/acrobat/tutorials.html

OSINT

i1
https://osint-i1.thinkific.com/collections

Toddington Free Resources
https://www.toddington.com/resources/free-osint-resources-open-source-intelligence-search-tools-research-tools-online-investigation/

Ultimate OSINT Guide – YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZnpULVHz4w

OSINT Tools – YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMxya-M6KhU

OSINT Tips – YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7E6zinrkno&list=PL423I_gHbWUUOs09899rex4t2l5py9YIk

Cyber Security

Digital Security Awareness
https://alison.com/course/digital-security-awareness

Network Security
https://alison.com/course/introduction-to-computer-network-security-revised

Cybrary
https://www.cybrary.it/

World Health Organization

WHO Courses
https://openwho.org/courses

COVID-19 Mass Gatherings Risk Assessment Training
https://openwho.org/courses/WHO-COVID-19-mass-gatherings-risk-assessment-training

COVID-19: Operational Planning Guidelines and COVID-19 Partners Platform to support country preparedness and response
https://openwho.org/courses/UNCT-COVID19-preparedness-and-response-EN

Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) :
https://openwho.org/courses/COVID-19-IPC-EN

Security Operative

Conducting Site Security Assessments
https://securityoperative.ie/ep29-conducting-site-security-surveys/

Free Training Sites

FEMA
https://training.fema.gov/

FEMA: National Education and Training Division
https://www.firstrespondertraining.gov/frts/

Department of Homeland Security
https://www.dhs.gov/how-do-i/find-training-opportunities

DHS – Training and Technical Assistance
https://www.dhs.gov/training-technical-assistance

Center for Homeland Defense and Security
https://www.chds.us/c/academic-programs/self-study-courses

Rural Domestic Preparedness Consortium
https://www.ruraltraining.org/

Coursera
https://www.coursera.org/

Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysis Digital Library
https://sites.google.com/site/lawenforcementintelligence/training-on-line

edX (search desired topic)
https://www.edx.org/

]]> Mini-Manual of the Urban Guerrilla by Carlos Marighella https://www.lasorsa.com/mini-manual-of-the-urban-guerrilla-by-carlos-marighella/ Mon, 04 Feb 2019 17:05:07 +0000 https://www.lasorsa.com/?p=5295 Mini-Manual of the Urban Guerrilla by Carlos Marighella

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]]> International Travel Risk Matrix https://www.lasorsa.com/international-travel-risk-matrix/ Fri, 18 Jan 2019 15:36:54 +0000 https://www.lasorsa.com/?p=5270 The OSAC Risk Matrix is designed to allow private-sector security professionals to take a holistic approach to risk analysis by assessing different dimensions of a given risk – and to do so in a way that is the most relevant to their organization and its interests.

]]> The OSAC Risk Matrix is designed to allow private-sector security professionals to take a holistic approach to risk analysis by assessing different dimensions of a given risk – and to do so in a way that is the most relevant to their organization and its interests.

More U.S. private sector employees, students, and staff are traveling abroad than ever before. At the same time, the overseas security landscape is increasingly dynamic. The threats posed by terrorists, insurgents, and criminals, are compounded by the risks presented by non-human forces like natural disasters and disease.

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]]> Apps, Op Brief Template, Advance Worksheet & Checklists https://www.lasorsa.com/apps-op-brief-template-advance-worksheet-checklists/ Sat, 01 Apr 2017 00:31:03 +0000 https://www.lasorsa.com/?p=4846 Alumni Resources – Op Brief Template, General Advance Worksheet, Advance Work-Book, Security Driver SOP & Checklists

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Please advise if you have any issues downloading or using these and feedback is encouraged!

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Op Brief Template

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General Advance Worksheet

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Advance Checklist Work-book

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Advance Checklists

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]]> Investigative and Intelligence Services for Alumni https://www.lasorsa.com/investigative-and-intelligence-services/ Wed, 25 Nov 2015 17:44:55 +0000 https://www.lasorsa.com/?p=4199 As a courtesy to our Alumni, we will be offering our investigative services* at ‘no-profit’ rates in order to enable effective information gathering and intelligence development to those with limited resources. No results = no fee. For Private Investigations see here – Contact us for more information on other services: Surveillance, Due Diligence, Business Intelligence, […]

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Contact us for more information on other services: Surveillance, Due Diligence, Business Intelligence, Technical Surveillance Counter-Measures, Consulting, Safe Rooms, Expert Witness.

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‘Contact’ Search $5 (National)

Typical results include: -Names, Aliases, Maiden Names and other Names observed -Date of Birth and other DOBs the individual may have used -DL information where available -Professional Licenses -Full Address History including Address Details -First Seen Date and Last Seen Date for entire Address History -Alphabetical list of Cities and Counties associated with subject -List of Possible Relatives, including Date of Birth -Possible Phone Numbers with scores -Possible Email Addresses with option to check Social Networks

Pay below and email JML@lasorsa.com with subject info and the justifiable reason for the search.

PAY FOR ORDER – CLICK HERE

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Comprehensive Report $20 (National)

Typical results include: -Name, Birth Date, SSN verification** -Current Address & Address History -Phone Numbers & Email Addresses -Criminal History Check*** -Accidents & Traffic Crimes*** -Civil Court Records*** -Bankruptcies, Liens & Judgments*** -Properties Owned/Rented -Evictions, Foreclosures & Assessments -Professional Affiliations & Licenses -UCC Filings & Corporate Affiliations -Vehicle & Aircraft Information -Voter Registrations & Driver’s License Info -Weapon & Hunting Permits -Relatives & Associates Information required: Name, DOB, SSN, Address (Partials/incomplete OK, current or former address OK)

Pay below and email JML@lasorsa.com with subject info and the justifiable reason for the search.

PAY FOR ORDER – CLICK HERE

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Vehicle License Plate $5 – Coverage

Results Typically include: -Details about vehicles -Registration information: current and previous owners, lien holders, title holders and lessors. Information required: Tag State and Number, Name, Business Name (Partials/incomplete OK)

Pay below and email JML@lasorsa.com with subject info and the justifiable reason for the search.

PAY FOR ORDER – CLICK HERE

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Business Report $20

Typical results include: -Name(s) -Address(es) -Type of Filing & State (LLC, Inc, etc.) -FEIN, DUNS, Filing Link Number -Industry Type -Directors, Officers, Principals and their information. -Corporate Amendments -Bankruptcies, Liens & Judgments -Properties & Vehicles Owned -Evictions, Foreclosures & Assessments -Professional Affiliations & Licenses -UCC Filings & Corporate Affiliations -Current Employees, Former & Possibles Information required: Name, DOB, SSN, Address, FEIN, DUNS, Ticker Symbol (Partials/incomplete OK, current or former address OK)

Pay below and email JML@lasorsa.com with subject info and the justifiable reason for the search.

PAY FOR ORDER – CLICK HERE

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    *Note: We can not guarantee the validity of third party information – any reports will indicate the best possible information available on their system based on the information provided by you for the subject. Information is not conclusive – instant national or state checks are conducted using available electronic resources and online databases only; these searches are not in person courthouse record searches; no information found does not indicate no records exist. Important: This is not a CONSUMER REPORT and does not constitute a “consumer report” under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (“FCRA”). This report may not be used to determine the eligibility for credit, insurance, employment or any other purpose regulated under the FCRA. 

]]> Invoice & Contract Templates https://www.lasorsa.com/invoices-reports-contracts/ Sun, 22 Nov 2015 18:08:05 +0000 https://www.lasorsa.com/?p=4191 Drafting documents can be tricky, time consuming and expensive. However, there is no reason to re-invent the wheel. As we try to facilitate our graduates in their endeavors, attached below are the typically inquired about forms and documents.

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]]> General Advance Worksheet https://www.lasorsa.com/general-advance-worksheet/ Fri, 28 Aug 2015 01:42:29 +0000 https://www.lasorsa.com/?p=4059 One of the most important and effective function of providing protective services is the advance. From coordinating logistics to screening for threats, the advance produces more positive results and a higher chance of success than any other protective function of the practitioner. The chances of something happening are statistically low given the threat facing our average executive, […]

]]> One of the most important and effective function of providing protective services is the advance. From coordinating logistics to screening for threats, the advance produces more positive results and a higher chance of success than any other protective function of the practitioner.

The chances of something happening are statistically low given the threat facing our average executive, however IF something does happen… those statistics don’t matter anymore.

“FAILING TO PREPARE, IS PREPARING TO FAIL”

Below, developed from the methodologies we rely on to protect our clients combined with my experiential and practical knowledge, we have compiled the most effective task list for the widest range of venues we could given our average task and environment. Some advances are far more detailed and some just the opposite, however what we have created is a utility driven example of an advance worksheet that is simple and rapid enough to use repeatedly yet productive enough to result in an effective advance.

Advance: “The coordination of logistics and all security related activities, plans and arrangements made prior to and in connection with the travel and visit of the principal to a particular location or set of locations.”

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General Advance Worksheet (PDF)

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]]> Vehicle Readiness: Inspection Checklists https://www.lasorsa.com/vehicle-readiness-inspection-checklists/ Tue, 25 Aug 2015 16:58:06 +0000 https://www.lasorsa.com/?p=4053 Recent discussions in professional groups, such as the Security Driver & Training Facebook group, included recommendations and ideas for putting together a vehicle readiness check list, any input on lessons learned to add to the standard check lists for vehicles, etc. Below is a list that I have developed for our Defensive & Evasive Driving Course that […]

]]> Recent discussions in professional groups, such as the Security Driver & Training Facebook group, included recommendations and ideas for putting together a vehicle readiness check list, any input on lessons learned to add to the standard check lists for vehicles, etc.

Below is a list that I have developed for our Defensive & Evasive Driving Course that is both simple and effective for use by protective agents who routinely check their vehicles for optimal readiness, including rental vehicles. 

The acronym TFOLDE  (A fold) is used as a simple reminder of what to do in case a checklist is not in hand:

TFOLDE

Tires:

Air pressure in the tires: Pressure, check tire type (good for vehicle and environment?) and status of wear? (SWISS+TECH Bodygard)

Air Intake System: Filter clean, intake system ok? (connections are good, no damage, etc.)

Fuel:

Full tank? Consider range of full tank (look up vehicles MPG on caranddriver.com)

Oil:

Check oil level and freshness. 

Lights/Visibility:

Are all lights operable and bright enough? Electrical system is ok? Windows clean? RainX?

Damage/Insurance:

Note any damage; is it going to cause an issue? Consider Insurance: standard/liability coverage, CDW/LDW, etc. *Verify insurance covers intended usage and drivers*

Equipment:

MedKit, battery jumper/jumper cables, all device charger attachments, tire puncture kit/inflator, umbrella and disposable rain coats, traffic cones/flares, evac tool (SWISS+TECH Bodygard)

–EPN FB

]]> Protective Intelligence: Open Source Intelligence Resources https://www.lasorsa.com/protective-intelligence-open-source-intelligence-resources/ Wed, 08 Jul 2015 01:24:19 +0000 https://www.lasorsa.com/?p=3937 “Protective intelligence is the process of gathering and assessing information about persons who may have the interest, motive, intention, and capability of mounting attacks against public officials and figures.” – USSS Protective Intelligence & Threat Assessment Investigations: A Guide for State and Local Law Enforcement Officials “Open-source intelligence (OSINT) is intelligence collected from publicly available sources. In the intelligence […]

]]> “Protective intelligence is the process of gathering and assessing information about persons who may have the interest, motive, intention, and capability of mounting attacks against public officials and figures.” – USSS Protective Intelligence & Threat Assessment Investigations: A Guide for State and Local Law Enforcement Officials

“Open-source intelligence (OSINT) is intelligence collected from publicly available sources. In the intelligence community (IC), the term “open” refers to overt, publicly available sources (as opposed to covert or clandestine sources); drawn from publicly available material, including: the Internet, the media, photos and geospatial information.” – CIA DNI Open Source Center

Below, we have put together a list of highly effective resources we use while conducting OSINT investigations for protective intelligence; and remember, information is the data obtained through research and the resultant actionable conclusions we formulate from that data is the intelligence.

 

OSINT GUIDES:

Ultimate OSINT Guide – YouTube

OSINT Tools – YouTube

 

OSINT Tips – YouTube

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OSINT TRAINING:

LifeHack: How to Leverage Google and Modify Your Search

Protective Intelligence: Modern Tools for a Traditional Task

Protective Intelligence & Preventive Investigations: An Intelligent Solution

i1 – Mini Course

Ultimate OSINT Guide – YouTube

OSINT Tools – YouTube

OSINT Tips – YouTube

“Must Have” Free Resources for Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)

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OSINT TOOL KITS:

Here is one of my favorite resource toolkits:

OSINT Framework

Here is a great comprehensive OSINT resource list:

Toddington International Topic Search

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9 Day Executive Protection Training Program

Executive Protection, Medical Response, Firearms / Defensive Tactics and Defensive / Evasive Driving
Hotel, All Materials, Most Meals and Local Ground Transportation Included

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CRIME DATA:

FBI UCR Reports

FBI Crime Data Explorer

Crime Mapping

Lexis Nexis Community Crime Map

Neighborhood Scout

SpotCrime

City Protect

Violent Crime in the US

FBI Records: The Vault (US)

Global Incident Map

ICC Live Piracy Map

Global Terrorism Database

Overseas Advisory Council OSAC

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NEWS:

Citizen Explore

Google News

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SEARCH ENGINES:

Google

Google Alerts

Google Trends

Google Images

Google Videos

Bing

Yandex

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Private Investigator Training Course

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SOCIAL MEDIA SEARCHES:

Social media search tools

Spokeo to find SM accounts

How to find SM accounts

Social Searcher

https://mention.com/en/

https://search.fb.com/

https://trendsmap.com/

https://twitter.com/search-advanced?lang=en

https://websta.me/search

YouTube

Twitter Search

Facesearch

Instagram

LinkedIn

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BLOG SEARCHES:

AllTop

BlogSearchEngine

Boardreader

Blogspot

Reddit

Tumbler

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PEOPLE SEARCHES:

Spokeo

PeekYou

Rootsweb

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Security Consulting Training Course

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PUBLIC RECORDS:

Black Book Online (public records)

Public Records

Driver’s License Search

EVerify Driver’s License

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MILITARY RECORDS:

https://scra.dmdc.osd.mil/scra/#/home

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PRISON INFO:

https://www.vinelink.com/#state-selection

https://www.usa.gov/prisons

https://www.einvestigator.com/find-someone-in-prison-jail/

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TAX INFO:

The United States Tax Court: If the IRS has determined that an individual has a tax deficiency, the taxpayer can dispute the deficiency in US Tax Court.

For US, Search the county name plus ‘tax records’

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GEOSPATIAL INFO:

Google Earth

For US, Search the county name plus ‘GIS map’

 

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BUSINESS INFO:

Better Business Bureau

BizNar

Bloomberg Businessweek

Central and Eastern European Business Directory

Corporate Information

Dun & Bradstreet

Guidestar

Hoovers

Industry Canada

Mint Business Information

Open Corporates

SEC Company Search

Import Yeti – find supplier info

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Technical Surveillance Counter-Measures Training Course
TSCM Bug Sweeps Training Course

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LEGAL AND LAWSUITS:

Court Documents:
https://www.ncsc.org/topics/access-and-fairness/privacy-public-access-to-court-records/state-links5

https://www.masslegalservices.org/content/how-look-court-records-internet-links-online-access-records-other-states

https://www.justice.gov/jmd/ls/state

https://www.uscourts.gov/court-records/find-case-pacer

https://www.archives.gov/research/court-records/order-copies

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DEEP WEB SEARCHES:

Wayback Machine

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POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS:

Open Secrets: Third-party resource for federal political contributions.

Federal Election Commission: Federal political contribution records directly from the source.

Follow The Money: Search state political contributions records.

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WEBSITE ANALYSIS:

Whatismyipaddress

Webboar

Whoisology

DomainTools

eWhois

IP Location

Google Site Info(Use info: prefix)

Domain Dossier

InterNIC

Network Solutions’ Whois

DomainSearch.com

Convert Host/Domain Name to IP Address and vice versa

Using Traceroute

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See Our Training Schedule and Locations

]]> Resources – Counter Surveillance, Deception Detection, Graphology & Behavioral Analysis https://www.lasorsa.com/resources-deception-detection-graphology-behavioral-analysis/ Mon, 09 Feb 2015 22:24:47 +0000 https://www.lasorsa.com/?p=3618 Our segment on Counter Surveillance & Behavioral Analysis in our Executive Protection Fundamentals Training Course is continuing to gain popularity, set trends, win friends and influence people. Due to the high volume of positive feedback and requests for more, here is a list of resources on the topic. Enjoy, and please keep up the honest […]

]]> Our segment on Counter Surveillance & Behavioral Analysis in our Executive Protection Fundamentals Training Course is continuing to gain popularity, set trends, win friends and influence people. Due to the high volume of positive feedback and requests for more, here is a list of resources on the topic. Enjoy, and please keep up the honest feedback – it helps us maintain our relevancy.
For Training Schedule & Registration see here.
counter surveillance and behavioral analysis
Resource list:
“Left of Bang: How the Marine Corps’ Combat Hunter Program Can Save Your Life” – Patrick Van Horne
www.cp-journal.com
“The Gift of Fear” by Gavin de Becker
“What Every Body is Saying” by Joe Navarro
“Blink” by Malcolm Gladwell
“Nonverbal Communication in Human Interaction, 7th Edition” by Mark Knapp and Judith Hall
Paul Ekman Group – https://www.paulekman.com/
John E. Reid & Associates – https://www.reid.com/
Surveillance TradeCraft – Peter Jenkins
Gray Man – Urban Survival
RITUALIZED COMBAT
Approaching an Upset Person
Effects of Hormonal Induced Heart Rate Increase and Physiological Reactions to Stress
The-Psychology-of-Interrogations-and-Confessions
Handwriting-Analysis
Handbook-of-Personality-Assessment
Handwriting-Graphology-PMHA-Kriz
Psychological-investigations
Police-Psychology
Interrogation-Science-and-Art
Liespotting-Proven-Techniques-to-Detect-Pamela-Meyer-Qwerty80
Covert Persuasion-Psychological Tactics and Tricks to Win the Game
Cues to catching deception
Allan-Pease-Body-Language
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